What Gives???

I am confused and angry. I am here in NC, looking for work. I have answered some ads, I went to 3 places. I was insulted by the person conducting the interview, they set the time, not me, I showed up and was accused of coming at a bad time! O.K. but I reminded her she set the time and I would come back again later if necessary, WELL, she said , NO, it would interfere with her plans. I said perhaps she just was not interested in hiring a nurse and left. #2. Went in, was set upon like a mouse by ADON, O.K., I filled out an application, talked to them and made it clear that I was interested in position. They asked why I was leaving WV, explained had some personal issues and needed to be here. Well, was I sure I could pass a criminal background check? Was I sure my license was valid? Was there anything I wanted to tell them? Yep, sure was, I am not a criminal, I would not waste my time or their's with applying for position if my license was bogus, A phone call would verify that all is kosher. They had the number so call if they wanted to talk further. #3. Answered ad, was made to feel welcome, interviewer was familiar with nursing problems in WV, many nurses she had worked with in past had said same thing I stated, one look at my salary was enough. She wanted me to fill out application and return it today and she would give me figures and more facts. I did this, when I got there I was told she was too busy to talk to me and would call on MONDAY. Hey, I plan to go home Monday, so call, but I will not make a special effort to return. What gives, I was on my best behavior, I did not burp or F**t, I brought verifible references. I was not too high in asking price or too low. I think my age is working against me. I also think I am being judged because I experience. BUT, it was on news here last evening that they are importing nurses from Moldova. So I guess I need to be foreign? Need English lesson's, and also need to pass boards before I am employable!! This stinks, I am going to give it one more try and then GOOD BYE NC.

Sorry you are so frustrated! Why do you think your age is against you? I gather you are looking at long term care. Have you considered another arena? Not sure why you had such bad luck, but keep looking. Consider another area maybe?

Feb 20, '04

I have'nt look for a job in 8 1/2 years,will be another 4 before I start.Can't you apply online to alot of jobs now days.I would like to move around some someday and would checkout the jobs online first if possible.Goodluck on your search.

Feb 20, '04

No, not just considering LTC, want a job. Why age? Over 50.

Feb 20, '04

Quote from barefootlady

No, not just considering LTC, want a job. Why age? Over 50.

Awww, Barefoot !

I DO feel so badly for you ! That really stinks. I don't believe it's your age, though.. I really don't. Where exactly in NC were you looking? What area?

Did you inquire about nocs? I know a lot of places can't seem to find enough nurses to cover nocs. Keep looking... don't give up yet.

Perhaps Eleanaster can give you some ideas, too... hang in there ! :kiss

Feb 20, '04

Hang in there and good luck. You are marketable and have wisdom, skills and experience. Soon some busy nurse administrator is going to set her/his stress aside for a moment and realize that and snatch you right up.

Feb 20, '04

What about going out on a travel assignment? This might be the answer...you can set everything up from home, let the recruiters deal w/managers. That way you'll have time to network an get the "lay of the land", so to speak.

Feb 20, '04

Gee, thanks guys. I just needed to vent. I am in the Greensboro area. I know I am marketable. I know I have skills. I know this is a test that God wants me to realize He is in charge of. Maybe my answer is not here. I am not going to give up yet. I have lots of places to look. I just think these 3 people have been very "different" to deal with when it comes to a job interview. OH, well. the weekend is here, I am going to relax and enjoy my grandkids, and start again on Monday. I hope each and every one of you have a great weekend. If you work this weekend, then I hope there is enough staff to make it a really enjoyable shift. Thanks for being there and listening.